Patna is the capital of Bihar as well as a historical city. There are many such magnificent and wonderful places in this city, where thousands of tourists come to visit every day. But do you know that there is also a Dargah present here, which is also known as Maner Sharif?

It is said that Sufi saints had come to this place, in which the name of Saint Makhdoom Shah Baba also comes. According to history, Muslim saint Makhdoom Shah Baba was also buried in 1616, after which this place became quite famous for Muslims and was included as a historical place of Patna.

The history of this Dargah, located at a distance of about 30 kilometers from Patna, has been quite interesting, so let us know in detail in this article.

Interesting history of ChhotiDargah Patna

This dargah was built by Ibrahim Khan in the year 1619. This Dargah is very beautiful, on which verses of the Quran are written in many places. There is also a big tank here, which was built during the era of Ibrahim Khan.

It is said that this Dargah is 400 years old, but it is still standing in that place as it is. However, this dargah is under the protection of Indian archaeology, which serves to create its architecture.

Architecture of ChhotiDargah

If we talk about the architecture of this Dargah, then this tomb is three-storeyed. Its architecture is designed in the Mughal architectural style. The interiors of its walls are decorated with many designs and passages from the Quran are outlined on the ceiling.

The structure of this tomb is made of red sandstone, people come from all over the world to see its beauty.

Who was Saint Makhdoom Shah?

We know that the tomb of Saint Makhdoom Shah is present at this place. But do you know who Saint Makhdoom Shah was? Who died in 1608, but this tomb was built on his grave in 1616.

How to reach ChhotiDargah?

  • Patna is easy to reach, where one can easily reach by bus, train and ship.
  • If you are travelling by bus, the Dargah is just 3.5 km away from the bus stand. From where you can take auto, taxi or rickshaw etc.
  • If you are going to Patna by train, then you can easily reach the Dargah by taking a rickshaw from here.
  • By air you will have to book a cab, you can book a cab in advance or take a taxi.

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